La Cañada Pet Clinic
4.7 (224) 1400 Foothill Blvd, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at La Cañada Pet Clinic
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 893 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,886 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 18,544 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,390 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,619 |
| 4.6 | Hartville | 171 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,204 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,383 |
| 3.8 | MetLife | 737 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,412 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,993 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 1,696 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 8,162 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,964 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,828 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
Sadly, we recently had to “put down” our beloved cat, at the age of 18. After using the services of this clinic for many years, this wonderful, staff of caring veterinarians, technicians and office personnel lovingly met our needs one last time. I would give more stars if I could.
posted: 03/05/2025
Dr.Laurie was helpful and nice to work with for one of my cats. One extra star is for her. However, Dr.Walker worked with my other cat and I didn't feel my time was respected when working with him. The first few times I went, bloodwork would take a week to get results in, and it was only when I called that he'd called back about results. I also had a prescription that took a month to reach him. On top of it, they don't seem to do any dental checkups for my cat's checkups, as he had plaque so bad that he stopped eating, but they didn't pick up any of this during checkup.
posted: 12/24/2024
Absolutely great veterinarian care at La Cañada Pet Clinic. My dog received the utmost care and attention. So happy to have found this clinic!
posted: 12/20/2024
I am new to La Canada Pet Clinic. My new puppy & I love Dr. Walker! After our 1st visit I decided to switch my other two dogs to his care as well. He came highly recommended by a dear friend of mine & I have been very impressed with his staff, and his knowledge. He us a straight shooter. No BS. Very charming and kind. One of my frustrations with my previous Pet Hospital in Montrose was I could never get out of there without paying at least $350. No matter what we went in for. It was like going to Target or Costco - somehow you always had to pay that much =) So far I have found La Canada Pet Clinic to be reasonable, efficient & available when I need them. I have already referred a few of my friends to them. They are happy I did.
posted: 05/20/2019
I have taken my animals to La Canada Pet Clinic for many years. Over that time they have seen 4 of my cats as well as my dog Ollie. Dr. Walker is fantastic with our dog Ollie and Dr. Pershing is incredible with my cats, especially my poorly missed choco who was very old and sick with Kidney problems and cancer in the end. They helped ease his pain. Since then they have also helped us with the medical needs of the two kitty brother we adopted last year. highly HIGHLY recommend the fantastic knowledgeable and caring staff.
posted: 08/12/2019